In 2019, England, together with Wales, will host the cricket world cup for the fifth time in twelve tournaments! It just goes to show the popularity of this sport in the British Isles, and generally in the nations of the former British empire, such as India. With its complex rules, its oval field and scoring that's not always easy to follow, cricket is still relatively unknown in many countries. The World Cup, which will bring together the sport's leading nations, including defending champion Australia, could be an opportunity for many to find out more.